Reflect on your personal image and how it can be improved.Share with your peers how you believe nurses can improve the image of nursing that is portrayed to the public and patients.

Discussion Board : The Power of a Professional Image

The Gallop Poll rates 11 professions annually, based on the public’s perception of the honesty and ethical standards of the profession.  With the exception of 2001 when firefighters were recognized for their fearless and remarkable efforts during and after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. It is important for nurses to be recognized as a nurse in the agency where they practice.

Nurses demonstrate a sense of pride in their profession when they portray a professional image to the public. Patients state that it is important for them to be able to recognize the nurse when they are receiving health care.  Nurses are leaders, it is important that we recognize the image we portray in our clinical practice and reflect on how well our personal image reflects our education and knowledge.

 

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⦁ Images of nursing, “I’m just a nurse”  (2008)

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Reflect on your personal image and how it can be improved. A professional image should project the confidence, knowledge, and education of nurses. Share with your peers how you believe nurses can improve the image of nursing that is portrayed to the public and patients.

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